The ninth and final installment of the beloved Conjuring universe, The Conjuring: Last Rites, hit theatres today, closing the book on one of modern horror’s most iconic franchises. Directed by Michael Chaves, the film reunites Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as Ed and Lorraine Warren for one last chilling case — and fans are feeling emotional.
Unlike the earlier films, which focused on saving strangers from demonic entities, Last Rites raises the personal stakes. This time, the Warrens are not just battling a cursed mirror but confronting the terrifying possibility of losing their own family. Lorraine’s visions of danger surrounding her husband and daughter add an emotional depth that makes this story hit closer to home.
The first half of the film delivers what Conjuring fans love — tense atmospheres, flickering lights, and eerie hallways that make your heart race. Chaves’ direction is strongest when he builds mood and suspense. But as the story unfolds, the screenplay begins to rely on familiar possession and exorcism tropes. The climax, unfortunately, feels slightly underwhelming compared to the franchise’s earlier high points.
Still, Wilson and Farmiga shine as the emotional core of the film. Their chemistry brings warmth to the horror, making this final chapter feel like a comforting goodbye rather than a pure scare-fest.
For fans, Last Rites offers closure and celebrates everything the franchise stood for — faith, love, and resilience in the face of darkness. It may not reinvent horror, but it leaves audiences with a sense of finality and gratitude.
If you’ve followed the Warrens’ journey since 2013, this is a must-watch — not just for the scares, but for the farewell it gives to horror’s favorite couple.